Sermo
Sermo is a Latin noun meaning speech, discourse, or conversation. In classical Latin, it covers informal talk as well as formal oratory, and the term is a linguistic root in several Romance languages. The English word sermon derives from medieval Latin sermonem, reflecting its association with preaching.
Sermo also refers to a modern online platform for medical professionals. Sermo, Inc. operates a physician-only
It should not be confused with sermon as a religious address, illustrating the word's shared root in